KR Group partners with Men in Mind to support men’s mental health
Now that 2025 has come to a close, KR Group is proud to reflect on our partnership with Men in Mind. Over the past year, we have supported their vital work to improve men’s mental health, reinforcing our ongoing commitment to mental health awareness within the construction industry and beyond. Supporting men’s mental health through […]
Scottish Careers Week interview: Kirsten Black
We caught up with one of our amazing apprentices, Kirsten Black, this Scottish Careers Week to hear all about her journey so far at KR Group. From balancing her role as a Business and Marketing Apprentice with being a championship-winning snare drummer, to discovering her passion for the construction and engineering industry, Kirsten shares insights […]
KRedit work experience – young talent on the move
Recently, KR Group proudly said farewell to a number of young people who completed placements through our KRedit programme. Designed to offer meaningful work experience across various departments, KRedit has helped participants build practical skills in construction and engineering. In addition, it has allowed them to grow in confidence and take their next steps—whether into […]
Local partnership aims to build stronger futures for young people
Our team at KR Group is helping pave the way for the next generation of construction professionals—one school visit at a time. KR Group Scotland has launched an ambitious initiative to give pupils hands-on insight into careers in construction and engineering through its KRedit programme. A standout element of the programme is its recent partnership […]
KR Group Scotland proud to continue as main sponsor of Cove Rangers FC
We are delighted to confirm that KR Group will continue our partnership with Cove Rangers as the club’s main sponsor for the upcoming campaign. Our company logo will once again be proudly displayed on the front of the team’s home and away strips. As a local business with strong roots in the north-east, supporting the […]
KR Group Scotland welcomes Jennie Innes as new Marketing Assistant
As part of our growth and commitment to investing in talent, KR Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennie Innes to the newly-created role of Marketing Assistant. Jennie joins us following the completion of her Media degree at Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen, where she officially graduates next month. With a strong academic […]
KR Group launches training division – KR SkillsHub – to tackle construction skills gaps and raise industry standards
We have officially launched a new specialist training division, KR SkillsHub. This initiative represents a major investment in Scotland’s construction workforce. It delivers NPORS-accredited training shaped by real site conditions and industry demands. What will KR SkillsHub offer? Based at KR Group’s headquarters in Newburgh, Aberdeenshire, SkillsHub will operate across Scotland. The division offers nationally […]
KR Group Scotland steps up for mental health at Aberdeen Kiltwalk
On 1st June 2025, ten members of the KR Group Scotland team took part in the Aberdeen Kiltwalk. The group included staff, family, and friends. Together, they laced up their trainers to raise funds for local mental health organisation, Men in Mind. KR Group Scotland is a leading provider of specialist construction and engineering services. […]
Update on KR Group’s KRBON Reduction project
At KR Group Scotland, sustainability has always been at the heart of what we do. Over the past five years, we have dedicated ourselves—alongside providing steel, cladding and sheet metal services for our clients—to developing KRBON Reduction, our circular economy division, with the aim of reducing construction waste and finding innovative ways to repurpose materials. […]
KR Group colleague wins FASET Installer of the Year at national awards
A huge congratulations to our FASET Supervisor, Mark Lamont—or Jim as he is fondly known—on being awarded FASET Installer of the Year at the 2024 AGM Awards! The awards ceremony took place on Thursday, 28th November, at the Worsley Park Country Club in Manchester. Jim was accompanied by our Managing Director, Kenny Robertson, to celebrate […]
Scottish steel and cladding specialists set for final of VIBES sustainability awards
Aberdeenshire-based construction and engineering firm, KR Group, have been short-listed for the 2024 VIBES Scottish Environment Business Awards in recognition of their steadfast commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. The family business is the only North-east firm to be shortlisted in the ‘Circular Scotland’ category of the prestigious VIBES awards scheme, which champions the link […]
KR Group’s sustainability work recognised by The Trades Awards
Sustainability in Construction award recognition for KR Group, alongside a Rising Star nomination for team member, Caitlin Bremner. In its 12th year, The Trades Awards brings together Construction businesses of all sizes and disciplines to celebrate North-East Scotland’s best and brightest. Hosted by marketing agency, Mearns & Gill, the event seeks to ‘shine a spotlight on the remarkable […]
KR Group ‘Rising Star’ shortlisted for Trades Award
The KR Group team are celebrating reaching the finals of The Trades Awards in two categories: Sustainability in Construction and Rising Star. In its 12th year, The Trades Awards bring together Construction businesses of all sizes and disciplines to celebrate North-East Scotland’s best and brightest. Hosted by Aberdeen-based marketing agency, Mearns & Gill, the event […]
KR Group achieve Gold NFRC Roofing Award
KR Group recently won a Gold NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) Health, Safety and Environment in Roofing Award. The NFRC Health, Safety and Environment in Roofing Awards aim to promote a positive attitude to health, safety and the environment, to reduce accidents and hazards, which in turn helps the industry, clients, government bodies and […]
Constructing a better future: EV charging points at KR Group
KR Group has installed two EV charging points at its HQ in Aberdeenshire as part of an ongoing commitment to sustainability. With the evolution of the construction industry, there is an increasing demand for environmentally responsible practices. At KR Group, we believe in leading by example. The new electric car charging points are part of […]
KR Group sponsors local pennant team
KR Group recently sponsored a local Pennant team at Auchmill Golf Club, which is a community, nonprofit club. It was set-up to offer affordable golf to anyone, including those that wouldn’t otherwise have access to sport. Pennant Team Captain and fellow construction professional, Gary Mennie, expressed the need for new team tops, to unite them, […]